S1 Ep. 20: Emily Clark on Shame, Guilt & Connection

Emily Clark, a private practice therapist in Portland, Oregon, joins me for an episode of HeartSpace Podcast that will speak to all deep-feeling souls. This is an episode that will leave you with many “ah-ha” moments. Inside the episode, Emily delves deep into the concept of shame, breaking shame down, and sharing the difference between guilt and shame. We talk how shame is something we learn, especially when it comes to food and our bodies, and steps to move around shame. We also talk self-awareness, connection, and self-acceptance. You’re in for a heartwarming treat!

Inside the episode we discuss:

What exactly is shame?

How shame is the birth place for all of the soul things we want, like joy and connection

How vulnerability plays a part in shame

How shame is different than guilt

Where shame comes from

How shame is something that we learn

How shame plays into food and body image issues

How shame results from our experiences

How to make shame go away

Emotions and awareness

Why shame doesn’t tell you the truth

Steps to move around shame

Why and how sharing your shame is so vital to moving around your shame

What is connection and why it’s so important to our health and happiness